Director, Third Party Risk Management

Kiavi, formerly known as LendingHome, is one of the largest lenders to real estate investors in the United States. With Kiavi’s technology platform and innovative financing solutions, real estate investors are empowered to make informed decisions, close deals faster, and realize the full potential of their real estate investment strategies.

The Team 

Founded in 2013, Kiavi is committed to helping customers revitalize approximately $25 trillion worth of aged U.S. housing stock and provide move-in ready homes and rental housing for millions of Americans across the country.  We have funded $7.8 billion dollars worth of loans across about 35,000+ projects, becoming one of the nation's largest bridge loan lenders. 

Combining our technology and industry expertise, Kiavi has grown to a team of over 400 and has won many awards over the years including Forbes Fintech 50, Finovate Awards: Best Digital Mortgage Platform, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and many more. 

Loans funded: More than $7.8 billion

Geography: Lends in 27 states plus Washington, D.C., which account for more than 80% of the nation’s real estate market

Homes financed: About 35,000

Principal and interest returned to investors: More than $5.18 billion

Employees: Over 400 employees

This position can be based anywhere in the United States—remote or in-office. Our hybrid distributed workforce philosophy allows us to find the best talent in the country and build diverse teams, while allowing our colleagues to work from the location that works best for them. For those who prefer to work in-office, we have locations in San Francisco and Pittsburgh. We also plan to use these spaces to bring together teammates to drive creativity and innovation.

The Role

The Director, Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) leads the Third Party Risk Management function. This role develops, implements and improves a robust TPRM operating model in collaboration with relevant internal stakeholders. This role assures internal and external stakeholders that standards, processes and systems are in place across the organization for transparent and effective risk management decision making in the ecosystem of third party risk exposure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various functions such as Finance, Legal, Operations, IT, and Compliance to create a Third Party Risk Management function
• Lead program(s) to identify, assess, and design plans to mitigate and monitor risks related to third parties
• Drive creation of Third Party Risk Management standards, Key Performance Indicators in order to continuously evolve and evaluate relevant structures, including the Third Party Risk Management framework and operating model, efficiency of controls, tools and processes
• Design and implement policies, guidelines and procedure in alignment with Third Party Risk Management requirements and ensure monitoring of the Third Party Risk Management framework is up to date and fit for purpose
• Develop and align the Third Party Risk mitigation strategy and roadmap with enterprise strategy
• Develop a reporting framework for Third Party Risk Management to deliver accurate and meaningful reporting across all functions
• Establish and continuously improve the operating model set-up of the Third Party Risk Management function to increase effectiveness and efficiency, while strengthening compliance
• Develop a training and communication plan of Third Party Risk Management and oversee the cross divisional and cross functional execution of training and communication activities across the organization
• Provide guidance to business decision-makers assessing third party risks issues

 Qualifications

• 8+ years of risk management experience, including a minimum of 5 years of experience in third party risk management.
• BS/BA degree in a relevant discipline required
• Demonstrated willingness to roll up sleeves to and do the work vs. manage, while building out the functional capabilities.
• Proven experience with evaluating and mitigating third party risks
• Ability to interact collaboratively, yet objectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to prioritize and direct limited resources to the most critical areas and issues; build solid, collaborative working relationships across multiple functions; and drive improvement initiatives with a sense of urgency.
• Strong project management skills
• Solid knowledge of third party risk management program frameworks and a passion to continuously improve.

 Benefits and Perks 

• Product Ownership: All employees think like an owner because all employees own equity in the company and play a critical role in making our business great.
• Health Insurance: Our medical, dental, and vision plans are completely free for employee-only coverage, and the company pays 80% of the total premium for dependents.
• Whole-Person Wellness: Anyone can schedule no-cost unlimited virtual therapy sessions, use a monthly subsidy for fitness facilities, and access reimbursements for fertility services.
• Retirement Savings. Employees who participate in our “no fee” 401(k) receive an immediately-vested 
• employer match on 100% of contributions up to 3% of compensation. 
• Career Growth: We foster an environment that encourages opportunities to use your voice, do better for our customers and each other, and support your career journey.
• Flexible Time Off: With no cap on the number of days of PTO each year, employees are encouraged to enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle with work, travel, and family.
• Paid Leaves: You’re immediately eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid leave each year to bond with a new child (mothers & fathers) and up to 8 weeks for medical or caregiver leave so you come back ready to deliver high-impact results.
• Remote-First: We win together while still being fully remote, and each employee receives a stipend for 
• their home office setup and a monthly allowance to help with the cost of internet/phone.

Kiavi in the News:

Forbes: The Future Of Real Estate: Fintech 50 2019 and Real Estate on a Threshold of a “Moneyball” Moment

HousingWire:  2019 HW Tech100 Winner: LendingHome

Pittsburgh Business Times: Voted a “2019 Best Places to Work” and won first runner-up in large company category

Mortgage Professional America: LendingHome surpasses $5 billion in loans in five years

Pittsburgh Business Times: San Francisco fintech aggressively expands, looks to hire in Pittsburgh

Curbed: How Wall Street, Silicon Valley Institutionalized Home Flipping

  
 

If you'd like to see more about what Kiavi has to offer or explore additional opportunities, visit us at https://www.kiavi.com/careers 

Kiavi is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.